Exclusive: Behind The Scenes At Wild Lights At Dublin Zoo

Exclusive: Behind The Scenes At Wild Lights At Dublin Zoo

Wild Lights is returning to Dublin Zoo this winter. The spectacular night-time event will open from November 1st until January 6th.

The theme of this year's experience is 'Ocean of Light', with an entirely new cast of illuminated giant silk lanterns celebrating the wonders of the life aquatic.

From giant squid to hammerhead sharks, colossal blue whales and dainty seahorses, Dublin Zoo, will be transformed into a sea of illumination with lanterns tailor-made especially for Wild Lights 2018.

In addition to Ocean of Light, a further three new areas will feature in this year’s enchanting experience - Winter Wonderland, home to Arctic favourites such as polar bears and walruses, Celebrating China bringing a flavour of the Orient and The North Pole, home to a dazzling 16-metre high silk Christmas tree and a host of festive displays.

What’s more, visitors will once again have the chance to be wowed by traditional Chinese performers, browse the newly extended craft market for Christmas gifts and enjoy a delicious array of Asian foods.

Tickets are on sale now via Dublin Zoo's website. Tune into 98FM and enter here for your chance to win a family pass to our exclusive listener night at Wild Lights on Tuesday October 30th before it opens to the public.

We got a sneak peak behind the scenes ahead of the opening of the spectacular night time event, which will include a bespoke 98FM lantern!

Did you know 20,000 metres of silk has been put into creating the Wild Lights 2018 lanterns? That’s enough to wrap around Croke Park 43 times!

Take a look at some of what's in store:

You can find out more information about Wild Lights including ticket prices and opening times here.